Beliefs and Biases
Michael discusses how our beliefs are shaped by a myriad of influences, from family to education, and emphasizes the importance of exposing students to diverse ideas. He raises concerns about the suppression of free speech on college campuses, arguing that understanding opposing viewpoints is crucial for intellectual growth. The conversation highlights how our brains seek out confirmatory evidence, reinforcing existing beliefs and creating a cycle that can be difficult to break.In this clip
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492: Michael Shermer | Why We Believe Weird Things
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